The University of Botswana invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the below positions.
(contract position)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide technical support to multidisciplinary research projects in hydrology, ecology, biodiversity, climate change, environmental chemistry, land-use planning, and socio-ecological systems;
- Assist researchers in data collection planning, spatial sampling strategies, and geospatial analysis
- Oversee GIS/ Remote Sensing laboratory operations and stay abreast of emerging technologies and innovations in GIS and remote sensing, including machine learning, artificial intelligence, cloud computing (e.g., Google Earth Engine), and advanced LiDAR applications;
- Provide technical guidance to students and staff in the use of GIS and remote sensing;
- Manage software licenses and ensure proper functioning of GIS and remote sensing workstations;
- carry out any other duties as directed by the Manager, Research Support Service.
Requirements
- Candidates should; (i) have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Remote Sensing or bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Systems with strong background in Remote Sensing and/or relevant technical field such as Geography, Environmental Science, Earth Observation, Surveying is required. The possession of an MSc or higher degree would be an added advantage;
- have a minimum of four (4) years of experience, three (3) of which should have been at lower professional level;
- advanced proficiency in GIS and remote sensing software (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, ENVI, ERDAS Imagine, SNAP) and demonstrable ability and experience in processing and analysing satellite imagery (e.g., Landsat, Sentinel, MODIS, PlanetScope, WorldView);
- a record of outstanding service and strong interpersonal and communication skills;
- demonstrate competency in practical and supervisory skills;
- expertise in LiDAR processing tools (e.g., LAStools, Terrasolid, CloudCompare) would be an added advantage.
How to Apply
For Faculty of Health Sciences positions: Send documents to: The Human Resources Manager, Health Sciences, Private Bag UB 00712, Gaborone-Botswana; Telephone: (267) 355 5689; Fax: (267) 3974538; e-mail: fhshr@ub.ac.bw. Hand delivered applications: should be submitted to Block 246, Office No. 303: (246/303), Faculty of Health Sciences.
For Okavango Research Institute positions: Send documents to: Human Resources Officer, Okavango Research Institute, Private Bag 285 Maun, Botswana. Tel.: +267 6817228; Fax.: +267 6861835: E-mail: ori_recruitment@ub.ac.bw / basiangy@ub.ac.bw. Hand delivered applications: should be submitted to the Human Resources Officer, (Admin Building ORI).
To view the full advertisement and how to apply, please visit www.ub.bw and click on “Connect” and then “Job Opportunities” NB: Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
REF Code: Vacancy No. IRC 3066 | Vacancy Circular No: IRC 3066
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